Organizations Serving River Forest

Township

Many Township services and programs are returning to meeting in-person. To learn more, visit RiverForestTownship.org, the River Forest community calendar at rfhappenings.com, or email Supervisor Carla Sloan at supervisor@riverforesttownship.org

Library

Visit the library website to see everything happening at your library. There’s something for everyone at the library!

The Library’s New Strategic Plan

The Library has launched a new strategic plan, which was completed through a comprehensive process with feedback from the community and its stakeholders. The plan focuses on five strategic directions: community; spaces; events, services and collections; staff; and resources. See the full plan here

The Library Celebrates Seniors Week

May 11-18 is Celebrating Seniors Week and the Library is offering some special programs. Join us!

From the Township Assessor… Property Tax Reassessments

All Township property owners were mailed a reassessment notice on April 27, 2023 by the Cook County Assessor’s Office. This is the first year of a new triennial appeal cycle. Appealing can give residents a lower assessed value if records indicate the property is not assessed equitably. The Township Assessor is open for appeals with the Cook County Assessor until May 30 at 11:59 p.m. Homeowners can contact the office to request an appeal packet by following this link: 2023 APPEAL PACKET REQUEST

The Assessor’s Office is hosting a Community Outreach in conjunction with the Cook County Assessor’s Office to help residents understand the property assessment and the appeal process. Please join the Township on Tuesday, May 23 at 6 p.m. at the River Forest Community Center, 8020 Madison Street. Room 206.

All property tax exemption forms are available on line at: cookcountyassessor.com

Two River Forest Residents Needed to Serve on Township Decennial Committee

The recently passed Local Government Efficiency Act requires all Illinois taxing bodies (except municipalities, school districts and counties) to form a Decennial Committee to study and report on local government efficiency. Two River Forest residents, plus the Township Board of Trustees, will make up this committee for the Township. The Committee will meet by June 10, 2023 and hold at least three meetings; the efficiency report must be completed within 18 months. Those who volunteer will learn more about the Township’s many programs, services and partnerships! Those interested in serving on this committee should email Supervisor Carla Sloan cbsloan.rftownship@gmail.com.

Bingo, Friday, May 12, 1-2 p.m. Terry Sullivan Jazz Trio, Saturday, May 13 from 2-3:30 p.m. Adult Coloring Club, Monday, May 15 from 11 a.m.-12 p.m. Nutrition for Aging, Monday, May 15 from 1-2 p.m.

Join the Library at the Memorial Day Parade

The Library is marching in the Memorial Parade again this year. Do you love the Library and want to join them as they march? Email library@riverforestlibrary.org if you’d like to participate.

Events: Visit the Library’s Calendar to learn about everything that’s happening!

May Highlights

Thursday, May 18 from 10-10:45 a.m. Nanny Nikki, Ages 0-6 Grammy ® Nominated Artist, Nanny Nikki loves to sing, and to bring life to classic children’s songs as well as some original music. Join her for a fun, high energy and interactive musical show including singalong songs, dancing, puppets and more! Sing & Soar! In the library garden for ages 0-6. In the event of rain, this event will be moved indoors. Advanced registration required.

Sunday, May 21 from 2-3:30 a.m. Al Capone and the 1933 World’s Fair, Adults

Bestselling author William Hazelgrove joins the Library to share the fascinating Chicago true-crime story of Al Capone’s connection to the 1933 World’s Fair. Fans of Devil in the White City will be especially interested in this presentation, which is brought to you in partnership with River Forest Township.